Note: Many of the member galleries will have special instructions for visiting the exhibits. Please call ahead.
May:
Friday, May 6 and 20 1st and 3rd Friday Openings at participating galleries
For the month of May Plinth Gallery Opening reception, 6-9pm Ceramic Works by Virginia Scotchie. Her ceramics are characterized by engaging forms with highly textured and bold colored surfaces. Referencing the concept of vessel, her ceramic pieces expand on the thematic nature of the vessel, transporting them into abstract yet highly relatable forms. Their, colorful and richly textured surfaces appeal to touch and feel. Through May 28 Saks Galleries Cherry Creek Continuing: Current works and exhibits with gallery artists GALLERY M This month at the gallery, Damien Hirst's contributions to fine contemporary art are documented and reflected with each iteration of his butterfly series. From one-of-a-kind original works to small editions, the Butterfly is synonymous with Hirst. His contributions inspired other genres like Fashion to further reference the elegance, love, and respect associated with this harmonious animal.		Saks Galleries Cherry Creek Peggy McGiveren Gossip oil, 16 x 16 inches GALLERY M Damien Hirst Signed, Silkscreen with Foil
Wednesday, May 4 Abend Gallery Contemporary Storytelling, a two person exhibition by Zoa Ace and Louis Recchia. The artist couple, Zoa Ace and Louis Recchia, have long influenced each other’s artwork, yet each maintains their own unique style. This body of work invites the viewers’ interpretations of their figurative narratives. They both like the idea of “art about art” mixing historical references, times, and styles in their oil on canvas paintings. view the exhibit online Through June 6	Abend Gallery Zoa Ace City Sidewalk, 2022 Oil on canvas 40 x 40 Through June 6	Abend Gallery Louis Recchia In the Park, 2022 Oil on canvas 40 x 48 Through June 6
Friday, May 6 William Havu Gallery Order of Disappearance, a solo exhibition by renowned Denver painter, Amy Metier and on the mezzanine we are introducing Ohio based artist, Melinda Rosenberg.  Amy Metier states that, “The work in this show has been inspired by my time painting at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation, an artist’s residency in County Mayo, Ireland. Some paintings are influenced by a specific place; others respond to the light, the changing weather, the history, the ancient spirits and the mystery that infused my time and experience there. Each painting develops intuitively and the process invariably involves reworking, visibly painting out areas, even completely starting over to meet an elusive end goal that exists in my subconscious.” Melinda Rosenberg paints, cuts, and “folds” found wood to create abstract wall installations that intersect painting and sculpture. The artist’s process begins with collecting scraps of wood found in old barns and lumber yards throughout rural Ohio. Rosenberg then repurposes and alters the wood by painting directly on its surface before sanding, cutting, and adjoining the various pieces together. The result is an origami-like construction where divergent pieces of wood meet in an unexpected, yet harmonious balance. Through June 18 Space Gallery Artist talk 6pm Featuring new work by: Noelle Phares and Philip Tarlow Exhibition through May 28 Plinth Gallery Ceramic Works by Virginia Scotchie. Her ceramics are characterized by engaging forms with highly textured and bold colored surfaces. Referencing the concept of vessel, her ceramic pieces expand on the thematic nature of the vessel, transporting them into abstract yet highly relatable forms. Their, colorful and richly textured surfaces appeal to touch and feel. Through May 28	William Havu Gallery Amy Metier In Order of Disappearance Mixed media on canvas, 72 x 60 inches Through June 18 William Havu Gallery Melinda Rosenberg Pitch 16 Ash, barn wood, pine, painted chip board 20 x 22 x 7 inches Through June 18 Plinth Gallery Virginia Scotchieer Ceramic Through May 28	Space Gallery Noelle Phares Strawberry Oil, gouache, and acrylic on panel, 61.5"X49.5" Through May 28 Space Gallery Philip Tarlow, 12/30/202  Oil collage on portrait linen, 34"X38" Through May 28
Wednesday May 11 Abend Gallery A solo exhibition by Victoria Novak. View the online exhibit Through June 11	Abend Gallery Victoria Novak Diversity, 2020 Oil on canvas 31.50 x 47.20 in Through June 11
Thursday, May 12 Walker Fine Art 12 Pm Toast spring with us during our mimosa happy hour followed by artist talks from 1-2:30pm.
Friday, May 13 and 14 Walker Fine Art Opening receptions, Friday, May 13, 5-8 pm + Saturday, May 14, 11am-5pm Casting Currents, featuring: Ana Žanić, Allison Svoboda, Bonny Lhotka, Danny Williams, Patricia Finley, and Sharon Strasburg. It is fascinating, inspiring and reflective; it is pure and tranquil while simultaneously tempestuous and forbidding. It is impossible to control, unreliable and marvelously mysterious. It is water, and it is the creative source of expression for the six artists in CASTING CURRENTS. Whether utilizing it as a medium itself, finding inspiration in simply viewing it, or looking to its depths for further meaning, this group exhibition explores the fluidity, symbolism and representation of our life source. Join us to explore connections between water and artwork, as well as showcasing our harmonious relationships with the outside world. Through July 16	Walker Fine Art Ana Žanić Through July 16 Walker Fine Art Allison Svoboda Through July 16 Walker Fine Art Danny Williams Through July 16	Walker Fine Art Sharon Strasburg Through July 16 Walker Fine Art  Bonny Lhotka Through July 16 Walker Fine Art Patricia Finley Through July 16
Saturday, May 14 Gallery 1261 Jill Soukup, Artist''s demonstration, 2-3 pm		Gallery 1261 Jill Soukup, Artist''s demonstration, 2-3 pm
Friday, May 27 Visions West Contemporary Opening reception Theodore Waddell, solo show of new works on paper and recent oils. His depictions of the vast landscape, horses, and cattle are not typical of most Western art due to the influence of the abstract expressionist movement on his practice. Waddell’s solo exhibition will include the monumental painting Vincent's Angus #4,1995, as well as works on paper and recent oil paintings. Through July 8		Visions West Contemporary Theodore Waddell Vincent's Angus #4, 1995 Through July 8
Complete calendar listings by gallery   May   Continuing exhibits       view DADA Members map
EXHIBIT LISTINGS: Abend Gallery 1261 Delaware Street Denver, CO 80204   map 303.355.0950 phone 800.288.3726 toll free website: www.abendgallery.com Hours: Tue-Sat 10-6, Sun 11am-4 Continuing: Online only exhibit  Ed Fairburn is an English artist based in Cardiff, Wales, whose ability to combine the geography of our facial features with the geography of the earth leads to a startling and compelling synthesis of the two. Fairburn has become known in Europe for his evocative portraits, which produce complex human features from the apparently random patterns found in mundane topographical and astrological maps Through April 16   Continuing: A solo exhibition by Jess Wathen, Online only exhibit Through May 13 Continuing: A solo exhibition by Dave Seeley. Through May 20 Wednesday, May 4 Contemporary Storytelling, a two person exhibition by Zoa Ace and Louis Recchia. The artist couple, Zoa Ace and Louis Recchia, have long influenced each other’s artwork, yet each maintains their own unique style. This body of work invites the viewers’ interpretations of their figurative narratives. They both like the idea of “art about art” mixing historical references, times, and styles in their oil on canvas paintings. view the exhibit online Through June 6   Wednesday May 11 A solo exhibition by Victoria Novak. View the online exhibit Through June 11   David B. Smith Gallery  1543 A Wazee Sgtreet Denver, CO 80202  map phone:    303.893.4234 fax:         877.893.4234 website:  http://davidbsmithgallery.com Hours: Tues-Sat 12-6, and by appointment Continuing: Hangama Amiri Henna Night/Shabe Kheena. In this new body of work, Amiri sensitively explores the complex interior landscapes of domestic spaces. Through imagery that honors close bonds and togetherness, she places particular emphasis on women within these spaces, a subtle form of resistance against the reality of limited rights and visibility of women in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. Amiri’s piercingly tender textile works focus on passage from room to room within the home, emblematic of transitions through life, and the family rituals and traditions that take place there Through June 18   David Cook Fine Art Maggie Ross, Director 1637 Wazee Street Denver, Colorado 80202    map Phone:      303.623.8181 Website:    www.davidcookfineart.com Hours:      10:30 - 6:00 Tuesday through Saturday and by appointment Exhibition to be announced   Gallery 1261  LLC 1261 Delaware StreetP Denver, CO 80204   map   phone: 303.571.1261 website:   www.gallery1261.com Hours:     Tue - Sat: 12-6pm Continuing: Jill Soukup’s solo exhibition, Accelerated Calm. View online "There is an exquisite pause in the intersection of fundamentally different elements, circling each other in a dance of opposition and communion. The juxtaposition of an active adjective, like "accelerated," for instance, and a quiet one, like "calm," explores conceptual contrast, inviting insight and introspection. This body of work reflects the personal calm I experienced when visiting the ranch. It is a reminder of the simpler things, a return to roots and the earth, an embrace of time suspended in the gentle sway of a horse and little else. It's a whispered confidence in peaceful places and spaces to come". - Jill Soukup Through May 14 Saturday, May 14 Artist Demonstration, 12-3 pm   GALLERY M  180 Cook St, Suite 101   map Denver, CO 80206 phone:    303-331-8400 website:  www.gallerym.com Hours:    By Appointment Daily, Tue-Sat. GALLERY M specializes in 20th century photojournalism and social documentary. LIFE photojournalists including Alfred Eisenstaedt, Bourke-White, Carl Mydans, Ralph Morse and others are always on display and available . Month of May Damien Hirst's contributions to fine contemporary art are documented and reflected with each iteration of his butterfly series. From one-of-a-kind original works to small editions, the Butterfly is synonymous with Hirst. His contributions inspired other genres like Fashion to further reference the elegance, love, and respect associated with this harmonious animal.   K Contemporary  Doug Kacena Co-Owner / Director 1412 Wazee St , Denver, CO 80202   map phone:     303-590-9800 cell:         720-296-7180 website:   https://kcontemporaryart.com Hours:     Tuesday ? Saturday, 12 pm ? 6 pm or by appointment Exhibition to be announced   Mai Wyn Fine Art 744 Santa Fe Drive Denver, CO, 80204    map phone:    303-893-4182 website:   www.maiwyn.com Hours:     Hours:     Thursday - Saturday 11-5, Sunday 12-4. Open 1st Fridays until 10pm丨3rd Fridays until 8pm and by appointment Exhibition to be announced   Michael Warren Contemporary    Mike McClung and Warren Campbell, owners 760 Santa Fe Drive Denver, CO 80204  map gallery:     303-635-6255 cell:         303-667-2447 website:   www.michaelwarrencontemporary.com Hours:     Tues-Sat 11am-6 pm or by appointment Spring 2022 Online Programming 24/7   Plinth Gallery Owner:  Jonathan Kaplan 3520 Brighton Blvd Denver, Colorado 80216    map phone:     303-295-0717 website:   www.plinthgallery.com Hours:     Thursday -Saturday, 12pm-5pm, and other times by appointment Friday, May 6 Ceramic Works by Virginia Scotchie. Her ceramics are characterized by engaging forms with highly textured and bold colored surfaces. Referencing the concept of vessel, her ceramic pieces expand on the thematic nature of the vessel, transporting them into abstract yet highly relatable forms. Their, colorful and richly textured surfaces appeal to touch and feel. Through May 28

Plus Gallery
Owner: Ivar Zeile
Private Dealer

website:  www.plusgallery.com

Exhibition to be announced
 

 
Robischon Gallery
1740 Wazee St.
Denver, CO.  80202    Map
phone:  303.298.7788
fax:       303.298.7799

web:  www.robischongallery.com

Hours:  Tuesday - Saturday 11am to 6pm Mondays
            by appointment. Adjacent Free Parking until 6pm

Continuing:
Reception for the Artists, 6 – 8 pm
Concurrent Solo Exhibition with artists: Barbara Takenaga, Omar Chacon and also featuring Jae Ko and Linda Fleming.
Through June 11
 

Rule Gallery
808 Santa Fe Drive
Denver, CO  80204    Map
phone:  303-800-6776
info@rulegallery.com
web:  www.rulegallery.com

Continuing:
Martha Hughes exhibit, Above Beyond. In her latest series of large-scale oil paintings, Martha Hughes utilizes vibrant color combinations and asymmetrical forms to envelop the viewer, creating new spaces, perspectives, and narratives. Meticulous brushstrokes of explosive yellows, greens, blues, and pinks reverberate against the hard lines, edges, and angles of geometric shapes. Color and form are in constant conversation, creating a complex tension between exterior and interior, lightness and weight, play and precision, independence and coexistence.
Through June 4
 

Visions West Contemporary
Director:  Nikki Todd
2605 Walnut St.
Denver, CO 80205  map
phone:    303.292.0909

website:    www.visionswestgallery.com
hours:    Tuesday-Saturday 10-6 pm or by appointment

Continuing:
Not Your Average Bear, a group exhibition exploring the bear in contemporary art. The bear has a rich history in art representing a wide range of myths, legends, and cultural beliefs. The exhibition features national and international artists presenting and exploring the image of the bear in exciting and unique ways through painting, sculpture, ceramic, photography, and fiber art. With artists: Electric Coffin, Bryan Christiansen, Johnny Defeo, Rachel Denny, Dean Drever, Bayard Hollins, Adonna Khare, Abbey Kuhe, Debbie Lawson, Julia Lucey, Robert McCauley, Taylor Robenalt, George Rodriguez, Molly Sculps, Austin Taylor, and Travis Walker
Through May 21

Friday, May 27
Opening reception
Theodore Waddell, solo show of new works. Theodore Waddell’s depictions of the vast landscape, horses, and cattle are not typical of most Western art due to the influence of the abstract expressionist movement on his practice. Waddell’s solo exhibition will include the monumental painting Vincent's Angus #4, 1995, as well as works on paper and recent oil paintings.

Through July 8
 

Walker Fine Art 
The Prado Building, 300 West 11th Avenue (at Cherokee)
Denver, CO  80204 In the Golden Triangle    Map
phone:     303.355.8955

website:  www.walkerfineart.com  
hours:     Tues-Sat 11am-5 pm or by appointment

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Continuing video links:
Walker Fine Art is launching a new video series, Collector - Artist Dialogue, featuring a conversation between a collector and an artist who share personal thoughts and feelings about one piece of art. Beginning this series is Gallery Manager, Libby Garon, who speaks to her deep connection with painting, Blush Nebula by Ana Zanic. Ana responds to Libby with her inspiration behind the painting. Click the links  to watch this video and more Instagram , or catch all our videos on YouTube  or Facebook.

Continuing:
Wild Narratives, featuring: Sammy Lee, Angela Beloian, Kevin Hoth, Meagen Svendsen, Don Quade, and Gavin Benjamin. Each season carries its own beauty, and as we move forward into the year, Spring is blooming in the gallery! Nature is a broad source of inspiration for these 6 artists who have centered focus on their personal worlds to find flourishing inspiration in their search for home, heart and solace. Through sculpture, photography, oil painting and mixed media, the artists in WILD NARRATIVES address concepts of abundance, persistence, belonging, evolution and experimentation. view online
Through May 7

Thursday, May 12
12 Pm
Toast spring with us during our mimosa happy hour followed by artist talks from 1-2:30pm.

Friday, May 13 and 14
Opening receptions, Friday, May 13, 5-8 pm + Saturday, May 14, 11am-5pm
Casting Currents, featuring: Ana Žanić, Allison Svoboda, Bonny Lhotka, Danny Williams, Patricia Finley, and Sharon Strasburg.
It is fascinating, inspiring and reflective; it is pure and tranquil while simultaneously tempestuous and forbidding. It is impossible to control, unreliable and marvelously mysterious. It is water, and it is the creative source of expression for the six artists in CASTING CURRENTS. Whether utilizing it as a medium itself, finding inspiration in simply viewing it, or looking to its depths for further meaning, this group exhibition explores the fluidity, symbolism and representation of our life source. Join us to explore connections between water and artwork, as well as showcasing our harmonious relationships with the outside world.
Through July 16
 

William Havu Gallery         
1040 Cherokee     Map
Denver, CO.  80204
phone:     303.893.2360

website:   www.williamhavugallery.com

Hours:     Tue - Fri 10-6 PM, Sat 11-5 PM, Sun and Mon by appointment only
Voted Westword's best gallery for contemporary art of the region, 2017

Note: Due to the virus safe recommendations, the front door will be locked at all times. Please knock (or if necessary) call to let us know you are here. Appointments are strongly encouraged. Please call or email us ahead of time.

Continuing:
Lay of the Land, an exhibition by husband and wife artists, Tracy Felix and Sushe Felix. On the mezzanine for Mo’Print (Month of Printmaking) is Winter Series, new linoleum cuts with collage by Betsy Margolius.

Friday, May 6
Order of Disappearance, a solo exhibition by renowned Denver painter, Amy Metier and on the mezzanine we are introducing Ohio based artist, Melinda Rosenberg.  Amy Metier states that, “The work in this show has been inspired by my time painting at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation, an artist’s residency in County Mayo, Ireland. Some paintings are influenced by a specific place; others respond to the light, the changing weather, the history, the ancient spirits and the mystery that infused my time and experience there. Each painting develops intuitively and the process invariably involves reworking, visibly painting out areas, even completely starting over to meet an elusive end goal that exists in my subconscious.” Melinda Rosenberg paints, cuts, and “folds” found wood to create abstract wall installations that intersect painting and sculpture. The artist’s process begins with collecting scraps of wood found in old barns and lumber yards throughout rural Ohio. Rosenberg then repurposes and alters the wood by painting directly on its surface before sanding, cutting, and adjoining the various pieces together. The result is an origami-like construction where divergent pieces of wood meet in an unexpected, yet harmonious balance.
Through June 18
 

Walker Fine Art
Meagen Svendsen
Through May 7


Walker Fine Art
Meagen Svendsen
Through May 7


Walker Fine Art
Don Quade
Through May 7


David B. Smith Gallery
Hangama Amiri Mehmani/Guests, 2022 Chiffon, muslin, cotton, polyester, silk, velvet, vinyl, ikat-print, suede, and found fabric 62 x 83 in.


Robischon Gallery
Barbara Takenaga
Upper Lower Case
acrylic on linen, 30 x 24 inches
Through June 11


Visions West Contemporary
Abbey Kuhe
Mayflies and Swallows, 2022
Through May 21


Visions West Contemporary
Julia Lucey
Sleeping Bear Mountain, 2022
mixed media collage, aquatint, etchings, and acrylic, 36 x 48 inches.
Through May 21


Abend Gallery
Jess Wathen
 Flare, 2022
Oil on Ampersand claybord
16 x 12 x 2
Online only exhibit
Through May 13


Space Gallery
Philip Tarlow
12/30/2021
Oil collage, oil and collage on portrait linen, 34"X38
Through May 28


Rule Gallery
Martha Hughes
Untitled 1219, 2021
Oil on canvas, 72 x 72 inches.
Through June 4


Gallery 1261
Jill Soukup
White Duo, 2021
Oil on Canvas 33 x 28 in
Through June 4


Space Gallery
Noelle Phares
Strawberry
Oil, Gouche, and acrylic on panel, 61.5 X 49.5 inches
Through May 28